Convertible table assembly
US6962535B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 9, 2003 |
| Grant date | Nov 8, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 28, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63D15/04
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A table assembly structured for selective positioning between a conventional orientation and a gaming orientation, wherein the latter facilitates the playing of a game, such as billiards thereon. A plurality of side rails are connected to an under portion of a table top of the table assembly and movable between a stored position and an operative position which respectively define the conventional and gaming orientations. When in the stored position, the plurality of side rails are disposed in a primarily hidden location in order to enhance the table's appearance. A plurality of cover members may also be disposed in overlying, covering relation to the under portion and stored side rails. A positioning assembly includes a plurality of linkage structures movably supporting the plurality of side rails along a complex path of travel as the plurality of side rails move between the stored and operative positions.
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